Still OK vs Demumu: Which Safety Check-In App Is Right for You?
Since Demumu went viral in early 2026, millions of people have discovered the concept of a safety check-in app. But Demumu isn't the only option — and depending on what matters to you, it may not be the best one. Here's an honest, factual comparison.
What Both Apps Do
Both Still OK and Demumu work on the same principle: you check in regularly to confirm you're okay. If you miss a check-in, your emergency contacts are notified. It's a digital dead man's switch — simple, effective, and potentially life-saving.
Where They Differ
| Feature | Still OK | Demumu |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free + Premium (€4.99/mo) | One-time purchase (~€5.99) |
| Setup complexity | Guided onboarding (60 sec) | Minimal, very simple |
| Email alerts | Yes (free) | Yes |
| WhatsApp & SMS | WhatsApp incl. + SMS credits | No |
| GPS location in alerts | Yes (Premium) | No |
| SOS button | Yes (Premium) | No |
| Check-in intervals | 6 hours – 7 days | Fixed (~48h) |
| Languages | 45 languages | ~10 languages |
| Notification language | Per-contact language selection | App language only |
| Home screen widgets | Yes (iOS + Android) | No |
| Vacation mode | Yes (free) | No |
| Ad-free | Yes (even free version) | Ads in free version |
| GDPR compliant | Yes, EU data centers | Not documented |
| Data export / deletion | One-tap export + delete | Not documented |
| Made in | Europe (Germany) | China |
Privacy: The Biggest Difference
If you live in Europe — or simply care about where your data goes — this is the key distinction. Still OK stores all data exclusively in EU data centers and is fully GDPR compliant. No tracking, no behavioral analysis, no data selling. You can export all your data or delete your account with one tap.
Demumu was developed in China. For many European users, this raises questions about data protection, GDPR compliance, and long-term data sovereignty that remain unanswered.
Notifications: Not Just Push
Demumu primarily relies on push notifications, which require the recipient to have the app installed. Still OK takes a different approach: your emergency contacts are notified via email (free) and WhatsApp & SMS (Premium) — no app installation required. WhatsApp is the primary channel; SMS serves as fallback for contacts without WhatsApp.
With Premium, Still OK also includes your GPS location in emergency notifications, so your contacts know where to find you.
Who Should Choose Still OK?
- Anyone living in Europe who wants their data to stay in the EU
- People whose emergency contacts don't want to install another app
- Users who want WhatsApp & SMS alerts — reaching contacts directly on their phone
- People with international contacts (45 languages, per-contact selection)
- Anyone who values a completely ad-free experience
When Demumu Might Be the Better Choice
To be fair, Demumu has its strengths. It may be the better fit if:
- You prefer a one-time purchase with no recurring subscription
- You only need basic features — one contact, email notification, simple setup
- You want the simplest possible app with minimal configuration
- Data sovereignty and GDPR compliance are not a priority for you
Try It Free
Still OK's free version includes email alerts, daily check-ins, one contact, vacation mode, widgets, and streak tracking — completely ad-free. Premium adds WhatsApp & SMS, GPS, SOS, flexible intervals, and unlimited contacts.